In registering to umpire within the SFNL, you are accepting to act in accordance with our mission and purpose—and commit to the following terms of our Code of Conduct:
➢ Umpire in accordance with the laws of the game by maintaining a working knowledge of the Laws of Australian Football and its Rules.
➢ Perform on our merits and officiate to the best of our ability at all times.
➢ Ensure the game is played in a fair manner and spirit of true sportsmanship.
➢ Where possible in a contact sport, prevent injuries to players participating in the match.
➢ Treat all participants, as they would reasonably like to be treated.
➢ Be prepared to be responsible for our actions.
➢ Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants, regardless of gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
➢ Never engage in any type of violence either on or off the field
➢ Control our temper and verbal abuse—acting in a threatening manner towards players,officials, fellow umpires or spectators is not acceptable or permitted behaviours of an umpire.
➢ Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour by not using foul or abusive language—or harassing players, coaches or officials.
➢ Accept all match appointments in a positive and constructive manner.
➢ Advise coaches as soon as practicable should you be unable to officiate any match due to illness or injury.
➢ Agree to demonstrate alignment with our social media policy.
➢ Maintain a high reputation and not do anything calculated to, or otherwise, having the effect of prejudicing the reputation of the SFNL or Australian Football.
➢ Not contrive or attempt to contrive the result of any Match or any aspect of the Match in exchange for any bribe, benefit or reward.
➢ Not give or allow any person any record or interview for broadcast or write any article relating to Australian Football for publication, without first obtaining consent of the SFNLUA.
➢ Not discuss any aspect of any report made in accordance with the Rules or otherwise with any person without the prior consent of the League. Breaches of our code of conduct will be subject to appropriate investigation and may result in disciplinary action. This can include suspension from games or revoking of membership rights